Assistance with your swimming pool permit application

Congratulations on choosing Leisure Pools! Before we can start building your dream swimming pool, there are a few administrative steps that need to be taken. We are happy to help you with the permit application process.

Do you need a permit?

In many cases, you can build a swimming pool in Belgium without a permit. Whether you need a permit depends on factors such as:

The total area of uncovered structures in your garden (max. 80 m²).
The height of the swimming pool (max. 1.5 meters above ground level).
The distance to plot boundaries (min. 1 meter) and to your home (max. 30 meters).
The location of your plot (no vulnerable area or protected heritage site).
Specific municipal regulations or plans (BPA, RUP, rainwater ordinance).

Does your project meet these conditions? If so, you are often exempt from the permit requirement. In other cases, a permit is required.

How do you apply for a permit?

Is a permit required? If so, you will usually need the following documents:

!Mandatory documents

Layout plan: where will the pool be located on your property?
Construction drawing: technical specifications of the pool (available from Leisure Pools).
Three recent photos of the construction site.

iAny additional documents

Proof of payment of the municipal file costs (receipt).
Description of the planned work and materials used.

All documents must be submitted as separate PDF files. The application is usually submitted digitally via your municipality's environmental desk.

Video Permit application

Watch a handy instructional video about submitting your application via the Environmental Desk here:

We are here to help!

Do you have questions about the permit process or would you like help gathering the necessary documents? Our team will be happy to guide you step by step so that you can look forward to the installation of your Leisure Pool without any worries.

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